#E4s - Business Model Development with the 9-R-Strategies

In this workshop, we'll explore how circular business models can be designed and developed using the 9-R-Strategies (Refuse, Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Refurbish, Remanufacture, Repurpose, Recycle). These strategies help businesses transition from linear to circular models, creating sustainable value and reducing waste. You’ll learn how to apply these strategies to innovate and enhance your business model for long-term success and environmental impact.

At the end of the workshop, you will:

• Understand the key principles behind the 9-R-Strategies and their relevance in building sustainable business models.
• Identify opportunities within your current or future business to implement circular strategies.
• Develop a concrete business model canvas integrating the 9-R-Strategies.
• Explore case studies of successful circular economy-driven businesses.
• Engage in hands-on activities to practice applying the strategies to real-world business challenges.

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Elena Stelzig is an impact consultant and co-founder at CIRCULAR COCREATION, a consulting network that supports its clients in terms of sustainability, innovation, and digitalization. Her unique approach involves working closely with clients to develop personalized and sustainable solutions by applying co-creative methods and tools to add enduring value. In addition to her consulting work, Elena serves on the board of the Circular Economy Forum Austria. She holds the position of Director of Innovation and Digitalization and oversees education-related matters. Elena also acts as a scientific coordinator for the Executive Masters Program 'Sustainability & Responsible Management' and delivers lectures on collaborative economy, as well as circular economy and innovation. Elena is dedicated to making a positive impact through collaboration and innovative thinking in the fields of holistic and circular economy.

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The Entrepreneurship for Scientists Series organized by the TU Wien Innovation Incubation Center (i²c) is targeting scientists who would like to enrich or develop a personal entrepreneurial skillset & business competencies, know more about opportunities how to navigate innovations from „the lab“ to society or who would simply like to engage in entrepreneurial thinking. These workshops are free of charge to scientists from all faculties and institutes of TU Wien. Registration required.

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